PhD Economics at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Bringing together leading economic research and world-class mentorship, our PhD Economics is designed for ambitious scholars committed to advancing economic understanding and developing innovative solutions to global challenges.

Department: Business and Management | Duration: 4 years full-time (usually reduced to 3 years if you have already completed a taught MSc) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Recent PhD graduates from Birmingham Business School are now working in central banks, government departments, financial institutions, accountancy firms, supranational organisations, and multinational corporations. Many also go on to forge successful academic careers at leading universities worldwide.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Good honours degree (1st or upper 2nd class) We usually ask students for an average of 65 in the taught component of their Masters. All international students also need to show that they have adequate knowledge of written and spoken English. English language: IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,400 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 26,460 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time (usually reduced to 3 years if you have already completed a taught MSc)

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=COS022

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